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The Sporkful

Dan Pashman
Food
Cooking
Pizza
Food Culture
Cultural Identity
Mental Health
Pasta
Cookbooks
Cereal
Food Science
Ice Cream
Southern Cooking
Cookies
Eating Disorders
Myrtle Beach
Edna Lewis
Sandwiches
Pork
Culinary Arts
Family Dynamics

3x James Beard Award winner. Named one of TIME's 100 Best Podcasts Of All Time. We obsess about food to learn more about people. It's not for foodies, it's for eaters. Hosted by Dan Pashman, inventor of the viral pasta shape cascatelli.

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Over the past few years, Houston has taken in more Afghan refugees than any other American city. When refugees arrive, Omer Yousafzai is there to welcome them. He owns The Afghan Village restaurant, which has become a community hub and gathering plac... more

Humorist, CBS Sunday Morning correspondent, and former Cooking Channel host Mo Rocca joins Dan to talk about his grandma, debate whether square or round ravioli is better, and tell us which variety is the Kenny G of ravioli. Plus Mo and Dan debate La... more

Do you need to ask your partner if you can double dip? How guilty should you feel about not eating leftovers? We’re taking your calls and helping you settle your food disputes! Joining Dan to help are Ham El-Waylly, author of Hello, Home Cooking, and... more

First up in this Reheat double-header: The comedian and podcast host Phoebe Robinson tells us how to navigate a big meal in tight jeans, who should pay on a first date, and what it’s like to go out to eat when you’re in an interracial relationship. I... more

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Recent Guests

Pai Chongchitnant
Author of Hot Thai Kitchen
Hot Thai Kitchen
Episode: When In A Relationship Can You Double Dip Without Asking?
Ham El-Waylly
Chef, cookbook author, co-founder of Strange Delight
Hello, Home Cooking; Strange Delight
Episode: When In A Relationship Can You Double Dip Without Asking?
Natasha Leggero
Comedian, actress, and podcaster; half of the duo with Moshe Kasher
The Endless Honeymoon / Netflix specials
Episode: Can Natasha Leggero And Moshe Kasher Save Dan's Marriage? (Reheat)
Moshe Kasher
Comedian, author, and podcaster; half of the duo with Natasha Leggero
The Endless Honeymoon / Kasher in the Rye
Episode: Can Natasha Leggero And Moshe Kasher Save Dan's Marriage? (Reheat)
Eva Longoria
Actor, director and host of CNN food travel show
CNN, The Sporkful interviewee
Episode: Eva Longoria Is A Huge Food Nerd
Helen Zaltzman
Host of Answer Me This and The Illusionist
Answer Me This / The Illusionist
Episode: What Makes A Sandwich A Sandwich? (Reheat)
Stella Chase
Leah Chase's daughter, Disney Imagineer liaison for Tiana's story
Chase family / Disney Imagineering
Episode: A Rare Look Inside Food At Disney World
Doug Sohn
Former owner of Hot Doug's, Chicago sausage legend
Hot Doug's (former)
Episode: The REAL Sausage King Of Chicago (Reheat)
Kevin Pang
Food writer and filmmaker
For Grace (documentary)
Episode: The REAL Sausage King Of Chicago (Reheat)

Host

Dan Pashman
Host of The Sporkful, known for his engaging discussions about food culture and culinary practices.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 5.2k ratings
  • Asma Khan Article

    Made Me Cry. What a horrible culture she lived above.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cjlb202
    United States2 months ago
  • Just incredible

    Every week I look forward to Monday so I can listen to this podcast Dan. You have made me appreciate and understand food so much more now I look forward to having dinner every night thanks to you and the sporkfull team. Thanks a million!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gaviiiiiiin
    United States2 months ago
  • Wow

    Well this episode really was a shocker. I love salt and salty dishes, so a low sodium diet would be a real issue for me. I could give up sweet no problem but not my salt. Glad to hear she is doing well now. Noah

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    At Noahs House
    United States4 months ago
  • Fun episodes

    I really enjoyed the episode with Alan Alda. The things I don’t like is Dan has a tendency to virtue signal and pat himself on his back. I would like to hear more pure stories about food and less about politics. Overall it’s a good show with some terrific concepts.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Allen0671
    United States6 months ago
  • More about social media influencers than food

    I love Dan Pashman and I’ve always enjoyed his contributions on a different podcast that truly is about food and cooking, so I was excited about him starting this podcast. But after several episodes, I was just disappointed that every episode revolved around some gimmicky social media influencer. Social media is a big corny popularity contest that is kinda like adults opting to go back to high school, and interviewing influencers is just like choosing to talk to the most popular kids instead of ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DaringDante276
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners often appreciate the show for its thoughtful exploration of different food narratives and cultural discussions.
Some critics mention a desire for less focus on social media influences and more on traditional culinary voices.
Positive feedback highlights the engaging storytelling and humorous approach taken by the host.
There are mixed feelings about the inclusion of political or social issues in the discussions, with some finding it enriching and others preferring a more culinary-focused narrative.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#35
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#53
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#248
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#173
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#55
South Korea/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#75
Hong Kong/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

When In A Relationship Can You Double Dip Without Asking?
Q: What is your take on saving the best bite for last?
I am on team last bite; you should parcel out components so the final bite has the perfect balance of sauce and textures.
When In A Relationship Can You Double Dip Without Asking?
Q: Pai, you first. What do you think of this idea of eating a hot dog this way?
I wouldn't do that because I hate messy food and the exposed interior makes things slippery; it's better to keep the end dry to manage condiments.
Can Natasha Leggero And Moshe Kasher Save Dan's Marriage? (Reheat)
Q: Today on the show, my guests are husband and wife comedians, Natasha Leggero and Moshe Kasher. They often perform stand-up together. How did your dynamic influence your approach to hosting a podcast together?
They describe a natural partnership, built on shared history, humor, and practical teamwork, which translates into a collaborative approach to hosting, planning, and providing relationship insights.
Eva Longoria Is A Huge Food Nerd
Q: What did you learn while filming in France and Spain that changed how you think about food?
Eva talks about the political and cultural layers in French and Spanish cuisines, from the brigade system to regional resilience against suppression, and how these histories shape contemporary cooking.
Eva Longoria Is A Huge Food Nerd
Q: How did your background influence your cooking philosophies that you bring to television?
She discusses growing up Tex-Mex in Corpus Christi, making flour tortillas, and the pride in her heritage, which informs her approach to storytelling through food.

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Recent guests on The Sporkful include:

1. Pai Chongchitnant
2. Ham El-Waylly
3. Natasha Leggero
4. Moshe Kasher
5. Eva Longoria
6. Helen Zaltzman
7. Stella Chase
8. Doug Sohn

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